2007 FORD MUSTANG traction control

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission).
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
TRACTION CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Controlsystem. This
system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle,
especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads
and gravel roads. The system operates by detecting and controlling
wheel spin. The system borrows many of the electronic and mechanical
elements already present in the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the
Traction Controlportion of the ABS computer. Any excessive wheel
spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes
in conjunction with engine torque reductions.
The Traction Controlsystem will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction on slippery surfaces while you are trying to
accelerate or while your foot is on the accelerator pedal. The system is a
driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow
and ice covered roads.
During Traction Controloperation,
the traction control active light will
illuminate. If your vehicle is
equipped with a message center, a
message will display during Traction
Controloperation. You may hear
an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment
and the engine will not “rev-up” when you push further on the
accelerator. This is normal system behavior and should be no reason for
concern.
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The Traction Controlswitch,
located above the radio, illuminates
when the system is off. The Traction
Controlsystem will automatically
turn on every time the ignition is
turned OFF and ON.
If you should become stuck in snow
or ice or on a very slippery road
surface, try switching the Traction
Controlsystem off. This may allow excess wheel spin to “dig” the
vehicle out and enable a successful “rocking” maneuver.
The traction control on/off status is shown by an indicator lamp on the
traction control switch. If the system is off, the indicator will be
illuminated. If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light
will illuminate, the Traction Controlbutton will also illuminate and will
not turn the system on or off and your vehicle should be serviced by an
authorized dealer.
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal
injury or property damage. The occurrence of a Traction Control
event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If you
experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.
STEERING
To help prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check
for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power
steering fluid level. Check for a low power steering fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on
the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir.
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for children .....................117–118
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................92
safety belt maintenance .........100
warning light and
chime ...............................100–101
Safety seats for children ..........121
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................247
Satellite Radio Information ........32
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............91
Seats ............................................85
child safety seats ....................121
front seats .................................86
heated ........................................89
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................80
Servicing your vehicle ..............209
Setting the clock
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................24
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................241, 246
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................243
Speed control ..............................55
Starting your vehicle .......157–158,
160
jump starting ..........................187
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................49
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................49Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....144
Tires ...................................130–131
alignment ................................138
care ..........................................134
changing ..................................184
checking the pressure ............134
inflating ...................................132
label .........................................143
replacing ..................................136
rotating ....................................138
safety practices .......................137
sidewall information ...............139
snow tires and chains ............148
spare tire .................................182
terminology .............................131
tire grades ...............................131
treadwear ........................130, 135
Towing .......................................154
recreational towing .................156
trailer towing ..........................154
wrecker ....................................193
Traction control ........................163
Traction-lok rear axle ...............165
Transmission
automatic operation ...............165
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....165
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................239
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................240
fluid, refill capacities ..............243
lubricant specifications ..........243
manual operation ....................170
Trunk ...........................................74
remote release ..........................76
Turn signal ..................................42
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